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Southern WaterClosing Date : 2025-09-08Job Title:

Programme Delivery Manager – Waste Capital DeliveryLocation:

Falmer or ChathamSalary:

To be discussed at screening stage - £400 Car AllowanceOverview

We are seeking a driven and experienced

Programme Delivery Manager

to lead the delivery of a high-value infrastructure portfolio—worth up to £400m over a 5-year AMP cycle—supporting vital wastewater services across the region.About The Role

This Programme Delivery Manager role will lead the Planned Wastewater Non-Infrastructure Capital Delivery team associated with the AMP8 Delivery Partner delivery route, as well as other lower-complexity sub-programmes delivered via alternative routes.This is a leadership role with responsibility for planning, managing, and providing clear oversight and direction for assigned design and construction programmes. The Programme Delivery Manager will ensure business goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed schedule and budget parameters.Experience in managing competitive tendering for design and build packages is a key requirement.Responsibilities Will Include

Leading and managing complex programmes, ensuring delivery across diverse capital projects.Guiding senior project managers and a matrix delivery team, including internal and external stakeholders.Working alongside the Head of Delivery to simplify complexities and support strategic investment decisions.Driving performance, governance, and reporting across delivery areas.Representing the Head of Delivery when required and participating in emergency operational response (Red Incident call-out rota).Mentoring, coaching, and developing other project management professionals.Commercial management of a complex design and build portfolio.About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a combination of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and strong programme oversight. We’re looking for someone who brings:Significant experience in infrastructure programme and project delivery, ideally within the Wastewater or utilities sector.Chartered status with a recognised professional institution.In-depth knowledge of project and contract management, construction practices, NEC4 contract frameworks, and relevant water and wastewater regulations.Professional certifications such as APM Project Professional Qualification and MSP Practitioner Certification.Strong financial acumen and forecasting skills, with the ability to manage large budgets and ensure value delivery.Proven capability in stakeholder engagement and leadership, with excellent communication, coaching, and influencing skills.Your Core Responsibilities Will Include

Leading people and managing stakeholders across multiple delivery partners and internal teams.Planning and governing complex programmes from concept through to completion.Forecasting and reporting on financial performance and earned value.Championing Health and Safety and maintaining quality standards across all project activities.Managing programme-level risks and leveraging value engineering to optimise delivery.Engaging with regulatory bodies and supporting customer-facing communication strategies.Package

This role will be full time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week. Southern Water operate a hybrid approach to working between our Falmer or Chatham office and home.Company and performance-related bonusGenerous pension up to 11% company contribution25 days annual leaveLife assurance equal to 4x salarySalary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)Health Cash PlanFull funded eye testsTwo paid volunteering days a yearOccupational health serviceDiscounts with over 800 popular retailersDigital GP serviceStudy support may be available for job-related qualificationsCompetitive maternity leave and flexible return to work optionsCycle to work schemePrivacy Statement: Please note: If you are an existing Southern Water employee, you will need to confirm within your application that your Manager is aware of your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. You will need to provide evidence of eligibility (e.g. a passport or long birth certificate and proof of NI) and current proof of address (dated within the last 3 months), will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you do not meet these criteria, your application will not be considered.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Project Management and Information TechnologyIndustries: Utilities

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